Deu 17:19 | MHM | STEP | v. 19 : The king must read his copy of the law every day of his life ( v. 19 ). Reading the law daily helps the king gain wisdom, stay humble, and obey God. God’s Word should always guide him (Ps. 1:2 ). vv. 19-20 : The king is to obey God’s law in everything, and not be proud or feel better than his people ( v. 19, 20 ). If he is faithful, God will bless his reign and his family. The king’s success depends on his faithfulness to God, not on riches or power.

‏ Deuteronomy 17:19

v. 19: The king must read his copy of the law every day of his life (v. 19 ^a). Reading the law daily helps the king gain wisdom, stay humble, and obey God. God’s Word should always guide him (Ps. 1:2 ^b).

vv. 19-20: The king is to obey God’s law in everything, and not be proud or feel better than his people (v. 19, 20 ^c). If he is faithful, God will bless his reign and his family. The king’s success depends on his faithfulness to God, not on riches or power.